Research And Planning - Magazine Cover Analysis One

Age-  

The age range for this magazine would probably be around 14+ as some of the content of the magazine is clearly going to be slightly inappropriate. Gerard Way is on the cover, and some of the music he produces (along with the bands listed to the bottom of the cover) contain bad ideas and language, therefore meaning this magazine is not likely to be aimed at younger people.

Gender-

Both male and females are likely to find this appealing, and will be interested in reading it. The cover shows the image of an attractive male, and so some may be attracted to this, and those who aren't would be drawn into the other bands stated. The cover does not discriminate, it is fitting for both genders, and just depends on what music you like.  

Interest- 

A main interest with this magazine would be fans of the bands shown, and those with an interest in the music industry, as both will be engaged to read about all the different bands, and finding out new things about them.

Representation-

The main image is of Gerard Way looking very happy, showing that the magazine lacks seriousness. It shows us that the contents are likely to be 'laid back' and 'fun' and that those who read it shouldn't be serious, and should be laid back people who are not easily offended.  

Genre-

The genre of this magazine is clearly alternative rock/punk rock. The main image shows Gerard Way, a very famous alternative rock singer. The colours also show us this, as the colours used are all rather 'dark' but then occasionally has the use of brighter colours, and this shows us that the magazine is not completely 'dark' and therefore isn't hard rock/metal. 

Layout-

The layout of this magazine is quite 'busy' in that the text used is on different angles and different fonts and font sizes are used. This shows us that the magazine is a very 'packed' one, and is full of interesting things. The image is a mid-shot of the main singer of the band presented right in the middle of the page. By using this layout we see that the magazine is clearly got a lot to do with the singer and what he represents.  The writing used is predominantly red, white and yellow- meaning the magazine has stuck to the three colour rule. This makes the layout seem neater, and more professional, and shows us that the magazine is well thought of. 

Media-

The language used on the cover is all appropriate, and so we get a feel for the audience it is aimed at by only imagery. The image used is appropriate to the rest of the magazine, and so are the coverlines- meaning the whole magazine is fit for purpose, and the media and appearance is appropriate.